Shin Sulfa Glycyl Iris
For bacterial eye inflammation and itching, such as styes and conjunctivitis
Who It’s For & When to Use
Product Overview
Shin Sulfa Glycyl Iris is an eye drop that combines sulfamethoxazole sodium, a long-acting antibacterial agent with excellent antibacterial activity against bacteria that cause styes and conjunctivitis, with ingredients that ease eye inflammation and itching. It is used for styes, conjunctivitis (pink eye), blepharitis (eyelid sores), and itchy eyes.
Product Features
Contains a long-acting antibacterial ingredient
AntibacterialContains sulfamethoxazole sodium, a long-acting antibacterial agent that shows excellent antibacterial activity against bacteria that cause styes and conjunctivitis.
Ingredients that ease inflammation and itching
Anti-inflammatory / AntihistamineFormulated with dipotassium glycyrrhizinate and chlorpheniramine maleate to ease eye inflammation and itching.
A multi-ingredient formula that works on the eyes
Formulation designAn ophthalmic solution that combines the antibacterial ingredient with aminoethylsulfonic acid (taurine) and other ingredients.
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole sodium | 4% | Active ingredient |
| Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate | 0.25% | Active ingredient |
| Chlorpheniramine maleate | 0.03% | Active ingredient |
| Aminoethylsulfonic acid (taurine) | 0.1% | Active ingredient |
Indications
Dosage and Administration
| Age | Dose per use | Times per day |
|---|---|---|
| Adults, children, etc. (follow the directions) | 2–3 drops per use | Instill 3–6 times daily |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
QIs it a problem if I notice a bitter or sweet taste in my mouth after instilling the drops?
AAfter instilling this product, you may notice a bitter or sweet taste in the mouth; the bitterness comes from the active ingredient sulfamethoxazole sodium, and the sweetness from the active ingredient dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, so there is no need for concern.
QCan I use it while wearing soft contact lenses?
ADo not use while wearing soft contact lenses.
QHow long may I continue using it?
ADo not use continuously for a long period. If symptoms do not improve after 3–4 days of use, stop using the product and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller, taking this leaflet with you.
- Do not use continuously for a long period. (Failure to follow this may worsen current symptoms or make side effects more likely.)
- The following people should consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those under a physician’s care; those who have had allergic symptoms to medicines, etc.; those with severe eye pain.
- If the following symptoms appear after use, they may be side effects. Stop use immediately and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller, taking this leaflet with you. Skin: rash/redness, itching / Eyes: redness, itching, swelling.
- If symptoms do not improve after 3–4 days of use, stop using the product and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller, taking this leaflet with you.
- Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses.
- Do not let the tip of the container touch the eyelids or eyelashes. Also, do not use if the solution is cloudy.
- Use for ophthalmic application only.
- Store tightly capped in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
- Store out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container. (This may cause misuse or a change in quality.)
- Do not share with others.
- Do not leave in high-temperature places such as a car dashboard. (The container may deform or the quality of the solution may deteriorate.)
- Do not use products past their expiration date. Even within the expiration date, use as soon as possible after opening.